At The Jefferson School we are reimagining education — one engaged, motivated child at a time.

CURIOSITY     CREATIVITY     COMMUNITY

MISSION

The Jefferson School inspires a love for learning through an innovative academic environment focused on exploration, discovery and active participation for students in preschool through grade 8.

VISION

The vision of The Jefferson School is to develop influential life-long learners by promoting independent thinking, collaboration and creative problem solving with a respect for people and our environment.

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  • January 7 - School Resumes
    January 18 - All School Performance 1:30 @ the Milton Theatre
    January 21 - Martin Luther Kind Day - School Closed
    February 15 - Professional Development Day - School Closed for Students
    February 18 - President's Day - School Closed
    March 6 - Parent Teacher Conferences - School Closed for Students

byGetting Smart Staff

Leading a public school district is difficult and complicated work. But done well, there is no other job that can change how a community thinks about itself, its children and its future. Here, we look at 15 districts that are changing the trajectory of both education and their communities.

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byTom Vander Ark

After reviewing Ryan Craig's book we searched for examples of high school programs that put young people on the first rung of an attractive economic ladder.

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byJenette Restivo

A new study from the University of British Columbia suggests that developing positive experiences in nature at a young age can influence attitudes and behaviors towards nature as adults. The study researchers interviewed 50 university students between the ages of 18 to 25. Of the group, 87 percent of study respondents who played outside as children expressed a continued love of nature as young adults. Of that group, 84 percent said taking care of the environment was a priority.